New Port Richey celebrates Hispanic heritage
NEW PORT RICHEY – The City of New Port Richey invites the community to experience Salsa Saturday Cultural Celebration, a free, festive event celebrating Hispanic heritage.
The festival takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 27 at New Port Richey Public Library courtyard, 5939 Main St.
“Salsa Saturday is an extremely important opportunity to share the cultural influence of Hispanic heritage,” said Kim Brust, vice chair of the city’s cultural affairs committee. “We hope you will join us to learn more about different Spanish-speaking countries and celebrate their unique traditions, like salsa dancing.”
Bring your dancing shoes for a chance to learn how to salsa at 6 p.m. There will be live music from the band Innovation and kids’ craft and activity stations hosted by the New Port Richey Public Library’s Café y Conversaciones. Food trucks will offer authentic Hispanic cuisine.
The Downtown Area Roundabout Trolley will make a stop at city hall for this event from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Visit citynpr.org/parking for details.
Festival offers unique shopping setting
TARPON SPRINGS – The Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks Craft Festival showcases creativity and community.
Suzanne King, owner of SIK Promotions, described Sponge Docks Craft Festival as a “celebration of community and creativity.”
Shop the curated showcase of handmade arts and crafts, unique gifts and artisan goods from regional and national makers while enjoying the waterfront setting from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 11 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 12 at 735 Dodecanese Blvd. Admission is free.
The event is family- and pet-friendly and presented by the Tarpon Springs Merchants Association.
Event benefits Better Together
TAMPA – The Centre Club will raise money for Better Together through the Cowboy Boots & Community Roots Helping Hands Happy Hour.
The western-themed event includes cocktails, games, prize drawings and hors d’oeuvres from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 at 123 South W. Shore Blvd. Tickets cost $24.92 and include one drink.
Better Together works to prevent foster care by supporting parents in crisis and connecting job seekers with employment.
“Through events like this, we can continue to strengthen our community and families,” said Megan Rose, CEO of Better Together.
Run from zombies at 5K
SPRING HILL – Hope Services invites the community to a 5K, 1K walk/run and community vendor fair with a spooky zombie twist for added fun.
The Run for Hope … and Your Life! Family Fun Zombie Run takes place Oct. 25 at Crews Lake Wilderness Park, 16739 Crews Lake Drive. Registration starts at 7 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8 a.m. and 1K walk/run afterward. The vendor fair is available from 8 to 11 a.m. The event will include zombie-themed activities. Costumes are encouraged.
“Every step helps raise money for our scholarship fund, opening doors to vocational training and employment opportunities for those who need it most,” said David Caldas, executive director for Hope Services.
The nonprofit provides these resources to people living with disabilities and those struggling in the community.
Visit hopegetsjobs.org to register or become a sponsor.
Henry Cho to perform at Tampa Theatre
TAMPA – Tampa Theatre and Outback Presents will welcome comedian Henry Cho at 8 p.m. Jan. 23 as part of The Empty Nest Tour.
Cho was inducted this year as the 229th member of the Grand Ole Opry, the first comedian to receive the honor since 1973. His credits include “The Tonight Show,” “The Late, Late Show,” and “Friday Night Videos,” along with film roles. His one-hour Comedy Central Special, “What’s That Clickin Noise?” streams on Netflix.
Next up, he’ll start shooting a TV pilot, “Double Occupancy,” and the film, “Cheyenne.” He’s also working on his own project with Triple Horse Studios, the guys behind “The Case for Christ.”
Tickets, $39.75-$89.75 plus fees, are on sale at the Franklin Street Box Office and TampaTheatre.org.
Boarding this ship may give you nightmares
TAMPA – UNDead in the Water returns Sept. 26 with Tampa’s only nautical haunted attraction aboard the American Victory Ship, docked at 705 Channelside Drive.
The ship, reimagined as The Iron Widow, immerses guests in a maze of rusted halls, cell blocks and passageways haunted by prisoners and guards.
The event will run for 14 nights. Tickets and a video preview are available at undeadinthewater.com.
Sponsors sought for Wesley Chapel Fall Fest
WESLEY CHAPEL – More than 10,000 attendees are expected for the 21st anniversary of the Wesley Chapel Fall Fest and Carnival.
The festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 25 and 26 at Wesley Chapel District Park. The carnival opens Oct. 23 to 26 until 11 p.m.
Attendees can expect a fall pageant, trunk or treat, carnival, costume contests and games.
Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.
Call 727-674-1464 for details.
IMAG visitors can explore World of Wizarding
FORT MYERS – The IMAG History & Science Center will host Enter the World of Wizarding as part of its IMAG at Night series.
Families can enjoy hands-on STEM activities, interactive displays and themed projects during the IMAG at Night series.
Guests will make wands, potion books, invisible ink maps and Snitch Catapults, plus meet “mythical creatures” at this upcoming event. Costumes are encouraged.
The event takes place from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at The IMAG, 2000 Cranford Ave.
Call 239-243-0043 or visit theIMAG.org for details.
